National Relaxation Day is celebrated annually on August 15 and serves as a great reminder for the importance of taking the time to relax and rejuvenate. In honor of this self-care celebratory day, Burke Williams in Santa Monica welcomed press and influencers for an opportunity to retreat from reality and indulge in an evening of transformative treatments and luxurious amenities. Among the pampered guests was actress Scout Compton, social influencer’s Hannah and Sarah Montazami, the Editor from Radar Online, and DAYSPA associate editor Jasmine Brown.
Burke Williams Celebrates National Relaxation Day with a Self-Care Inspired Media Event
By Psychotherapist & Wellness Expert, Rhonda Richards-Smith
Carl talks about tips for managing stress during the end of Summer transition to Fall.
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From his early days in the hospitality industry, Vice President of Operations and General Manager of Burke Williams Santa Monica, Mike Essa, shares his inside scoop on maintaining self-care, inside and outside the body. Living by the Burke Williams mission statement, “We exist to transform your day,” Essa strives to create a tranquil and transformative environment for all guests to nourish, pamper, and indulge in self-care with every visit.
Given that our bodies are made of 60% water it probably doesn’t come as much of a surprise that the liquid of life powers our mind, transports nutrients to our cells, and gives us glowing skin…and that’s just the start of it! No matter your activity level, our bodies crave good ‘ol H2O to survive and thrive. As you pack your daily essentials for the day, Burke Williams would like to remind you to grab that water bottle and remember the benefits that come with every single sip.
Carl talks with Jeri Sydnor, Director of Simply Massage, about this exciting new massage concept from Burke Williams.
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For so long, men have excluded themselves from the skincare game. These days, the modern man understands that a well-groomed appearance starts with skincare. Burke Williams knows that men face the same struggles as women do – like acne, aging, and sensitivity (to name a few). Here are the best treatments and products from Burke Williams to keep you glowing from the inside out.
Carl talks with Cruz Kim, Manager of Treatments and Development, about Shiatsu and Cranial Sacral. What are they? Could you benefit from trying them?
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Spending time soaking up the sun outdoors in the summer is something we all love to do, but our skin may disagree. As the temperature rises and we spend our days basking in the sun or in the cool central air conditioning, it’s important to cater your skincare routine to the summer season. From exfoliating to moisturizing, here are our pro tips on how to keep a healthy glow and sun-kissed skin all summer long.